TBS show “Rank Oukoku” has handily listed the top 10 cosplay outfits to accumulate the most sales for the first half of 2015 (admittedly meaning self-made costumes are nowhere to be seen), demonstrating a significant desire for seifuku rather than specific outfits for some strange reason – though the outstanding popularity of Love Live! still reigns supreme regardless.

@07:57 what ages are you living in? Nowadays nothing is really cheap especially clothing, however, those depicted is for hobby and not casual wear. Better quality fabrics will ensure tougher durability which reduce normal wear and tear. You can't expect the same from self-made costumes.